How to choose a midwife if you are a trans or nonbinary parent, according to an LGBTQ+ expert
Picking a midwife can be complicated, but our expert broke it all down.
AUGUST 26, 2025
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Picking a midwife can be complicated, but our expert broke it all down.
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